Pakistan FO Urges Citizens to Avoid Travel to Iran Amid Escalating Protests and Unrest

Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) has released an official travel advisory urging Pakistani nationals to avoid all unnecessary travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran due to prevailing safety and security concerns.

The advisory, announced by the FO Spokesperson in a press statement, comes in response to growing unrest and protests that have gripped parts of the neighboring country for over a week, with reports indicating escalating tensions and potential risks to public safety.

The move aims to protect Pakistani citizens amid an unpredictable situation that has prompted similar cautions from other nations.

Key Recommendations for Travelers and Residents

The advisory explicitly advises against non-essential trips to Iran “until conditions improve.” For Pakistani nationals currently residing in Iran, the FO has stressed the need to exercise extreme caution, remain highly vigilant at all times, minimize non-essential movement, and avoid areas of potential unrest.

Citizens are strongly encouraged to stay updated through local and international news sources and to maintain regular contact with Pakistani diplomatic missions for assistance and updates.

Contact Details for Pakistani Missions in Iran

To facilitate immediate communication and support, the FO provided the following contact information:

Embassy of Pakistan in Tehran: +98-21-66-9413-88/89/90/91 (landline), +98-21-66-9448-88/90 (landline), +98 910 764 8298 (mobile)

Consulate in Zahidan: +98 54 33 22 3389 (landline), +989046145412 (mobile)

Consulate in Mashhad: +98 910 762 5302 (mobile), +98 937 180 7175 (mobile)

The advisory underscores Pakistan’s priority on citizen safety while diplomatic channels remain open for any emergencies.